Wins $1 million in Powerball

Jeff Sheathelm, 52, told lotttery officials he felt “numb” after finding his Jan. 9 Powerball ticket was a $1 million winner. He bought his ticket in Washtenaw County.

“I was at home working when I saw on Facebook a winning ticket had been sold at the Pilot Travel Center in Dexter,” he said. “When I saw I had matched five numbers, I went numb.

In fact, it took confirmation from his girlfriend to assure Sheathelm it was all true.

“I took a picture of the ticket and sent it to my girlfriend and asked her to call me so I could verify I was seeing everything right,” he said. “It was just me and the cat at home, so I didn’t have anyone to celebrate with, but I sure was excited."

For the record, his winning numbers were 16-19-32-34-57.

Sheathelm visited Lottery headquarters in Lansing on Monday to claim his prize.

He said he'll put the money to use in opening college funds for his children. He also plans to buy a new boat, travel West for a hunting trip and invest the rest of his winnings.

He won't be quitting his job, however.

Powerball tickets are sold in 44 states with drawings taking place Wednesdays and Saturdays.